How many kilometres is stage 5?

The stage from Pola de Lena to Mieres is about 14 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 4 h 4 min at a moderate pace (14 km and +437 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +437 m of ascent and −515 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 31 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Mieres?

We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Mieres.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 5 of 6 · Camino de San Salvador

Pola de Lena → Mieres

Asturias

Distance: 14 km
Time: 4 h 4 min
Ascent: +437 m
Descent: −515 m
Difficulty: Hard

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Etapa de recuperación, llana y sencilla junto a los ríos Lena y Caudal, ideal tras el puerto.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+437 m

Descent

−515 m

Altitude

215–548 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 9 water fountains✚ 3 pharmacies🏧 1 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

MuseumCasa Duró
MonumentMonumento Internacional al Minero
MonumentMonolito homenaje a Manuel Grossi Mier
ChurchIglesia de Santa Eulalia de Ujo
ChurchSamartino de Viḷḷayana
ChurchCristo del Amparo
HeritagePalacio del Vizconde Heredia
HeritageCasa natal de Teodoro Cuesta

Hostels on this stage

Albergue Residencia Universitaria de Mieres+34 625 185 301

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 5?: The stage from Pola de Lena to Mieres is about 14 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 4 h 4 min at a moderate pace (14 km and +437 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +437 m of ascent and −515 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as hard difficulty, with about 31 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Mieres?: We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Mieres.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 9 water fountains, 3 pharmacies and 1 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).